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Sista Afia

Also known as: Ghanaian songstress, Sista Afia

Ghanaian musician and rapper whose verse on 'Don't Come Too Close II' remix reached number one on Audiomack Ghana and Ghana Apple Music charts.

2026-08-052026-10-22

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  1. October 2026
  2. The Chronicle

    … Medikal, Patapaa, Fancy Gadam, Jupitar, Kwesi Amewuga and Sista Afia were among the musicians who performed at the concert. …

    Shatta Wale says he came to ‘awaken a generation’, not compete with other artistes
  3. Daily Guide

    … The lineup included Medikal, Sista Afia, and Patapaa, among other top acts who kept the crowd on their feet with back-to-back hits. …

    Shatta Wale Thrills Fans @ MoMoFest Accra
  4. Joy Online

    … Several Ghanaian artistes, including Medikal, Fancy Gadam, Sista Afia, Edem and Patapaa, also appeared at the event to support Shatta Wale. …

    Thousands fill Accra Sports Stadium for Shattafest 2026
  5. Joy Online

    … The event featured performances from Medikal, Patapaa, Fancy Gadam, Jupitar, Kwesi Amewuga and Sista Afia, who each brought their individual styles to the stage. …

    ShattaFest 2026: Shatta Wale delivers memorable birthday celebration at Accra Sports Stadium
  6. September 2026
  7. The Chronicle

    Ghanaian singer Sista Afia has spoken about her recent attempts to secure collaborations with some of her colleagues, saying several artistes have turned down her requests for features. …

    Sista Afia opens up on challenges of securing features from fellow Artistes
  8. Daily Guide

    Sista Afia Ghanaian songstress, Sista Afia, has lashed out at some of her colleagues in the music industry for refusing to collaborate with her on upcoming projects. …

    Sista Afia Calls Out Colleagues Over Failed Collaborations
  9. Joy Online

    … Eno Barony, Freda Rhymz and Sista Afia further proved that female artistes could command the same competitive attention traditionally reserved for male rap battles. …

    Music Beef: When rivalry sells, fans fight, and the industry pays
  10. August 2026
  11. Joy Online

    Ghanaian musician Sista Afia has urged artistes to disinfect shared microphones before performances, citing concerns over hygiene and potential exposure to germs. …

    Sista Afia urges artistes to disinfect mics or get personal ones for shows
  12. Daily Guide

    … Other dignitaries spotted at the event included Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) President, Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, musician Sista Afia, and Deputy Executive Secretary of the National Film Authority, James Gardiner. …

    Ga Mantse, Celebs Turn Up For ‘OobakɛExperience’
  13. Daily Guide

    Sista Afia Ghanaian artiste, Sista Afia, shared a black-and-white video of herself recording her standout verse for the remix of ‘Don’t Come Too Close II’ by Okese 1, Darko Vibes, and Joey B, which dropped around August 2. …

    Sista Afia Steals Spotlight On ‘Don’t Come Too Close II’ Remix
Culture

Shatta Wale says career aims to inspire, not compete

The News

Ghanaian dancehall star Shatta Wale said his career is driven by a desire to inspire young people who have been made to believe success is beyond their reach, rather than compete with other musicians. He stated his journey is about purpose, sacrifice, and faith, and delivering a message that even those from disadvantaged backgrounds can succeed without needing permission.

19 hours ago · The Chronicle →

Yesterday

  1. Shatta Wale says career aims to inspire, not compete

    Ghanaian dancehall star Shatta Wale said his career is driven by a desire to inspire young people who have been made to believe success is beyond their reach, rather than compete with other musicians. He stated his journey is about purpose, sacrifice, and faith, and delivering a message that even those from disadvantaged backgrounds can succeed without needing permission.

    19 hours ago · The Chronicle →

Monday 19 October

  1. Shatta Wale headlines ShattaFest Accra concert at MoMoFest

    Ghanaian dancehall star Shatta Wale headlined ShattaFest Accra 2026 at MoMoFest on October 17, drawing thousands of fans to the Accra Sports Stadium for a birthday celebration featuring over a dozen artistes including Medikal, Sista Afia, and Patapaa. The all-white themed event included emotional moments, performances, and an onstage collaboration between Shatta Wale and Medikal.

    19 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Shatta Wale performs emotional set at packed Accra stadium festival

    Thousands of fans gathered at Accra Sports Stadium for Shattafest 2026, where Ghanaian dancehall artist Shatta Wale delivered an energetic performance that included an emotional moment as he looked across the packed venue. Several Ghanaian artists including Medikal, Fancy Gadam, Sista Afia, Edem and Patapaa also performed at the festival, which was organized in partnership with MobileMoney Fintech Limited.

    19 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 18 October

  1. Shatta Wale celebrates 45th birthday with ShattaFest concert

    Ghanaian dancehall star Shatta Wale held ShattaFest 2026 at Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday, October 17, drawing thousands of fans for performances by Medikal, Patapaa, Fancy Gadam, Jupitar, Kwesi Amewuga and Sista Afia, with Shatta Wale appearing visibly moved by the turnout and fan support.

    18 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 23 September

  1. Sista Afia says artistes declining her feature requests

    Ghanaian singer Sista Afia has said several artistes have turned down her requests for collaborations, with each citing different reasons. She did not name the artistes approached but noted the refusals on X, attracting mixed reactions online.

    23 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

Tuesday 22 September

  1. Sista Afia frustrated by colleagues refusing music collaborations

    Ghanaian songstress Sista Afia has expressed frustration on X over colleagues declining to collaborate with her on upcoming projects, saying they are "suddenly busy giving me reasons why they 'don't want to do it.'" The post has sparked conversations among fans questioning unity in Ghana's music industry.

    22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Ghanaian music rivalries drive attention, creativity, and commercial gains

    Competition and "beef" between Ghanaian artistes have long been part of the music industry, sharpening creativity and providing media attention, though tensions can escalate when artistic rivalry becomes personal conflict involving lawyers and divided fan bases. The ongoing rivalry between Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy exemplifies how such contests reflect both the brilliance and absurdity of Ghana's entertainment ecosystem.

    8 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 28 August

  1. Sista Afia urges musicians to disinfect shared mics before performances

    Ghanaian musician Sista Afia has called on artistes to disinfect shared microphones before performing, citing hygiene concerns and the risk of germ transmission when multiple performers use the same equipment. She suggested carrying microphone-safe disinfectant sprays or sanitising wipes, and encouraged those who can afford it to consider getting personal mini microphones for shows.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 10 August

  1. Ga Mantse attends inaugural Oobake Experience festival

    The maiden Oobake Experience, curated by Naomi Naa Borley Larbi and held at Bukom Boxing Arena, celebrated Ga culture through cuisine, live music, boxing, and art. Ga Mantse King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II attended and commended the initiative, which featured performances from artists including D-Black, EL, Jupiter, Cina Soul, Mzbel, and Gasmilla.

    10 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Friday 7 August

  1. Sista Afia's verse on remix hits number one on charts

    Ghanaian artiste Sista Afia released a standout verse on 'Don't Come Too Close II' remix with Okese 1, Darko Vibes, and Joey B, which reached number one on Audiomack Ghana and Ghana Apple Music charts. Social media users praised her rap skills as matching her male collaborators.

    7 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 5 August

  1. Ghanaian artists record major streaming milestones globally

    Ghanaian artists including Camidoh, Wendy Shay, Oseikrom Sikanii, and Sista Afia have crossed significant milestones on global streaming platforms in 2026, with Camidoh reaching 20 million YouTube streams and several others surpassing 100 million streams across all major digital service providers.

    5 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

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